Travelling from Sacramento to Melbourne: what you need to know
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is Sacramento's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne jetting off from here.
Hop off the plane at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), the primary gateway of Melbourne.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 18 hours ahead of Sacramento.
To ensure you don't miss your Sacramento to Melbourne flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Melbourne
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Sacramento to Melbourne flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Sacramento to Melbourne across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Sacramento to Melbourne flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sacramento International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
SMF is about 14 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
In search of a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Melbourne? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Get a good night's rest here before heading to Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that depart SMF arrive at their destination without delay.
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Sacramento to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 48 kilometres from central Melbourne. After your flight from Sacramento to Melbourne, it takes approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up an Avalon Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Sacramento to Melbourne has touched down. Central Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will take you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Take control of the next part of your journey with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Sacramento to Melbourne is a smart move. Along with better prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sacramento to Melbourne. January is the most popular month for a trip to Melbourne. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Lock in a Sacramento to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Sacramento to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Melbourne right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Sacramento to Melbourne:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are popular attractions which should feature on every Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its top sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.
Geelong is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without dropping by Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
